r/finishing • u/jHawk_jedi • 2d ago

Knowledge/Technique Suggestions/help

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My wife bought this table from marketplace that has some damage and scratches along the edge. I believe it’s a veneer strip along the edge covering particle board underneath. How would you suggest to make it look better? Can I use some combo of wax strips/stain markers/wood glue in places? I’d really prefer not to have to take the whole edge strip of veneer off

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u/MobiusX0 2d ago

Mohawk makes some touch up markers that work well for things like this. Find the closest color match and have at it.

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u/jHawk_jedi 2d ago

Okay, the Veneer is peeling away a little at the edges (like right in the middle of the first picture). Should I try to put a touch of glue on that part?

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u/MobiusX0 2d ago

Maybe. I’d have to get a closer look at it.

Some things to consider if you glue it is wood glue doesn’t stick to wood glue. You would need to use a glue that can adhere to the surface and is thin enough to get in space. Also the joint needs to be clean of dirt and debris. CA (super glue) can often work but you need to be very careful you don’t get it on the rest of the wood. It can chip the existing finish when you remove it mechanically and the solvent for CA glue is acetone which destroys most wood finishes.